• Ancient Political Thought: Study of Plato’s Republic and Aristotle’s Politics, focusing on concepts of justice, the ideal state, and citizenship.
• Social Contract Theory: Examination of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau’s theories on the formation of states and the nature of authority.
• Modern Political Philosophy: Analysis of Marx’s critique of capitalism, the role of ideology, and the potential for revolutionary change.
• Democracy and Freedom: Study of the concept of democracy, liberty, and the relationship between the individual and the state in modern political thought.

Political Philosophy is an essential course for students of political science, providing a comprehensive introduction to the key political ideas and theories that have shaped the modern political landscape. Students will study the works of major political philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx, exploring their ideas on justice, liberty, democracy, and the role of the state.

The course encourages students to engage with classical political theories and consider their application to contemporary political issues. Through analysis of political texts and discussion of modern interpretations, students will gain a deeper understanding of the philosophical foundations of political systems and the ethical dilemmas inherent in governance.